Porsche Panamera Latest Updates

Porsche is set to give the Panamera a mid-life facelift, as evidenced by a prototype spotted testing on public roads.

Exterior changes are minor, including a revised front bumper, updated DRLs, simpler tail lights, new diffuser and updated exhaust tips. The interiors of the Panamera facelift are expected to get a minor update along with additional features.

Under the hood, we expect the Panamera to retain the turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 as wells as the twin turbo 2.9-litre V6 and the 4.0-litre V8 petrol motors with performance and efficiency enhancements. The hybrid variant is expected to be more complicated with a larger battery pack and range. No word on the fate of the diesel motor.

It is expected to make its international debut in 2020 after the Taycan. It We expect the facelifted Panamera to come at a slight premium over the current Panamera. Expect it to reach Indian shores in 2020 soon after the international launch. Once launched, expect the Panamera to take on the likes of the Mercedes CLS, AMG GT 4-Door Coupe, and BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe.

Panamera Overview

One of the practical Porsche offering Panamera comes at asking price of Rs 1.15-2.16 crores
(ex-showroom, Delhi). The design of Panamera is quite functional and it comes with all the
signature Porsche design elements. The LED headlamps, prominent character line, wheel
arches, and dominating rear spoiler, all come together to give Panamera a unique and striking
personality. The Cabin oozes loads of luxury with everything right from the leather seats to
touchscreen infotainment system features impeccable quality and exquisite material. Under
the Hood, the Porsche Panamera comes powered by a 3.0-liter diesel (250bhp/550Nm), a 4.0-
liter petrol (542bhp/770Nm) and a 4.8-liter petrol (542bhp/770Nm), all mated to an automatic
transmission. The safety front is catered by the six safety airbags and anti-lock braking
system with electronic stability program. The Porsche Panamera in India has got the likes of
Nissan GT-R, BMW 7-series, Audi RS7, and Mercedes Benz S-class in its crosshairs.